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retake

[ree-teyk, ree-teyk] / riˈteɪk, ˈriˌteɪk /


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Lots of grappling happens before the ball is in play, and a referee can do no more than stop the game and order a retake.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Draper could retake pole position immediately if he goes at least a round further than Norrie in Florida.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Ukrainian forces were able to retake about 115 square miles almost overnight against Russian forces with diminished drone capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

They need to retake those levels to avoid more declines.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

Truman agreed to support France’s bid to retake its former colony.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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